question about placement of hitch
My buddy is installing a hitch himself and asked me a question that Was not sure of the answer.??? He asked what the normal placement is for a hitch over the rear axle? and why? He has a 2017 f3...
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MFL wrote:
Either way will work. With long bed, always felt 2"s ahead of axle center, best for towing, and clearance for tailgate. Being able to back-in to hitch at an angle, with tailgate down, will vary from one fifth wheel to the next. For best towing feel, 3"s ahead likely best. For quicker maneuvering, when backing, 1" ahead may work better. Can you tell/feel the difference, either way??? Maybe
Jerry
"Back in the day" the "standard" was to place center of kingpin at 2" ahead of centerline of rear axle. Ya know when ya actually had to measure, drill, fab brackets and bolt in place!!!
I run my Companion FULL forward, the side head supports need to have the straight edge placed towards the Cab.
Proper lubrication with White Lithium Grease prior to placing the head in the side supports.
